Cases Presented
Video Summary of Cases Presented
Four patient cases were discussed discussed, including a case of a complex colorectal and neurogenital malformation in a 4-year-old female patient, with a focus on the patient's urinary control and the need for further studies before deciding on a surgical plan. The second case involved an anorectal malformation in a female infant, with a discussion on the necessary studies and the decision to proceed with a divided colostomy instead of a primary pull-through. The third case presented a study of an 8-month-old male patient with constipation, emphasizing the importance of postoperative anal dilations and managing constipation with laxatives. Discussions also focused on the importance of thorough diagnostic tests, such as pelvic MRI and cystoscopy, and the need for preventive measures to avoid complications like enterocolitis. The web meeting ended with a presentation of a case of a newborn patient with no anal opening and the importance of bowel management as a team effort.
Case 1. Female Patient 4 Years Old with Complex Anorectal Malformation
Eliane Heftye, M.D.; Colorectal Surgery, National Institute of Pediatrics, Mexico City, Mexico
Case 2. Anorectal Malformation in a Female Patient
Lauren Evans, M.D.; Pediatric Colorectal Surgery Fellow, International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
Case 3. Male Patient Eight Months Old with Constipation Since Second Week of Life
Andrea Bischoff, M.D.; International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
Case 4. Male Patient Two Days Old with Concerns of Bowel Obstruction
Andrea Bischoff, M.D.; International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
International Colorectal Web Meeting: March 2025 Full Video